Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet is used -

Moderate

Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Erythema
Blurred vision
Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Dizziness
Skin Rash
Weakness
Low energy
Itching or burning
Urticaria
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Weight gain

Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Glimepiride. It is best to stop taking Glimepiride immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Glimepiride on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Glimepiride will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Glimepiride. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet on the Liver?

Glimepiride can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet on the Heart?

Glimepiride may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Alopecia
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet

Is this Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Glimepiride 1 mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe